Hygienic Wall Cladding Panels

Typical Uses of Hygienic Wall Cladding

Yeoman Shield’s hygienic wall cladding is aimed at interior wall protection and hygiene enhancement in environments such as:

• Healthcare facilities – hospitals, clinics, care homes.
• Commercial kitchens and food prep areas.
• Washrooms, toilets and changing rooms.
• Educational buildings – schools and universities.
• Retail and commercial interiors.
• Laboratories and pharmaceutical production spaces.

These environments benefit from the product’s non-absorbent surfaces, which help maintain a sanitary environment by reducing places for dirt, moisture and microbes to settle – a major advantage when compared to painted or tiled substrates. The panels also act as impact protection, shielding walls from knocks, scuffs and abrasion in high-traffic areas. This dual function helps reduce maintenance and repair costs over the life of a building.

Key Technical Data

Product Characteristics, Material & Construction

• Extruded PVC-U (PVCu) – a rigid, lightweight plastic material widely used for hygienic cladding because it is moisture resistant, chemically stable and durable.
• Fire Performance – BS476 part 6 Class O when adhered to a non combustible substrate BS476 part 7 class 1. EN13501-1, B s3, d0
• Thickness – standard hygienic panels are around 2.5 mm thick.
• Hygiene – PVCu materials used in these panels are nonporous, meaning they don’t absorb moisture or support the growth of bacteria or mould under normal maintenance routines. simple cleaning cycles help maintain hygienic integrity and appearance. l Durability – The rigid PVCu sheet provides impact resistance and abrasion protection, helping walls remain intact despite regular use, equipment movement and trolley impact.
• Environment & Emissions – Yeoman Shield products have low VOC emissions, meaning they are compliant with specification guides like BREEAM.
• Colours – A wide range of colours are offered to suit interior design goals. Panels can be used in multi-colour schemes, integrated with signage or branding elements

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